A side-by-side preview in the Export Settings allows users to compare the source footage directly with the predicted output before starting the render.

Camera format updates are the lifeblood of AME. Version 24.6.1 adds official support for the Sony Venice 2’s latest firmware (V6.00). This includes decoding for the new X-OCN (XT) and 8.6K anamorphic modes. Editors can now transcode these hefty RAW files into ProRes or DNxHD proxies without the pink/green color artifacts that plagued version 24.5.

As of early 2026, Media Encoder continues to function as a standalone background processing engine that integrates with Premiere Pro and After Effects to handle high-quality rendering, transcoding, and proxy creation. Adobe Help Center Standard Workflow to Produce a File

On October 10, 2024, Adobe rolled out a significant point update: . This is not a flashy, feature-packed creative revolution. Instead, it is a precision-focused stability and performance update designed for professionals who need reliability over fireworks.